First Love

1978·Movie
1h 50min
61
DecentGoodWatch score

Where to watch

No stream option in US yet.

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First Love fingerprint

Immersive world, strong craft, low-key.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Fast Pace3
  • Adrenaline2

Heart

Romantic and melancholic

Much of it is about growing up.

  • Romance8
  • Melancholy8
  • Pathos7

Humor

Some sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Cringe Humor2
  • Dark Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, the mind, and growing up

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion8
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchThought-Provoking

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About

Ugo is an old actor who feels too young to be in an "old actor's house". He just can't stand the rules of the other old people so he escapes with a young girl.
May-December RomanceCharacter StudyAging ThemesMelancholic DramaEuropean CinemaSocietal NormsEscape NarrativeIntimate StoryPsychological

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about First Love

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Where can I stream First Love legally?

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Is First Love worth watching?

61
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 61/100 (IMDb 6.6 and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is First Love rated?

Sexual content

Content advisories: sexual content.

How long is First Love?

1 h 50 min

First Love runs 1 h 50 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on First Love?

Critics57
Audiences66

Not quite. Audiences rate First Love higher (66) than critics (57). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is First Love in?

Italian

It was made in Italian. Produced in Italy.

In how many countries can I watch First Love?

3ESFRIT

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for First Love in 3 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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